Gloss is making a major comeback after years of discrete matt finishes, according to one interior designer.Lesley Watt, design director at Obelisk Interiors, says features such as a shiny splash back in the kitchen are the very latest in interior design.One of the biggest advantages of gloss is that it adds extra richness to your home, she says.Walls and floors can take a share of gloss, while high-gloss woodwork on doors and windows can provide extra richness.If you fancy a touch of gloss in your kitchen, then a lacquered splash back or high-gloss tiles may be the answer, Ms Watt adds.Combined with glass or metal, gloss in your kitchen adds the ultimate in modern design. However, homeowners should use gloss sparingly to create extra richness and breathe some life in to a tired home, she concludes.This week, Home and Garden Television has advised people with pro-quality kitchen equipment to give it some TLC to ensure their investment is protected.